The Red House (1947) is an American psychological thriller directed by Delmer Daves, starring Edward G. Robinson, Judith Anderson, Lon McCallister, and Allene Roberts. The story follows a reclusive farmer, Pete Morgan, who lives with his sister and adopted daughter on an isolated property. Pete warns a local boy, Nath, to stay away from the nearby woods — especially the mysterious “red house.” As Nath investigates, long‑buried secrets emerge involving obsession, violence, and a past that Pete has desperately tried to hide. The film is known for its eerie atmosphere, moody cinematography, and Robinson’s intense performance.
Film Details
Year: 1947
Genre: Psychological Thriller / Mystery / Drama
Director: Delmer Daves
Writers: Delmer Daves (screenplay), based on the novel by George Agnew Chamberlain
Produced by: Sol Lesser
Starring: Edward G. Robinson, Judith Anderson, Lon McCallister, Allene Roberts, Rory Calhoun
Cinematography: Bert Glennon
Edited by: Merrill G. White
Music: Miklós Rózsa
Studio: Sol Lesser Productions
Distributed by: United Artists
Release Date: April 4, 1947
Runtime: 100 minutes
Country: United States
Language: English
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